1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Mark IV | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
